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S231 UCL

1998 Suzuki AP50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,033 mi
Last recorded26,033 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AP508,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS231 UCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,033 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

panel damage

pillion left foot rest missing

suspension weak

Fail 16 Sep 2013 26,033 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

panel damage

pillion left foot rest missing

suspension weak

Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,943 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 21,444 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 21,441 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 19,655 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 18,798 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 16,931 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearing † †slight blow on rear exhaust silencer

Fail 3 Sep 2007 16,972 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

engine mountings becoming weak

Pass 16 Aug 2006 14,218 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?

Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 789
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 233
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 225
Tyre tread not clearly visible 214
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S231 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 8,807 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki AP50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S231 UCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AP50 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S231 UCL registered?

S231 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 22 August 1998.

Is S231 UCL safe to buy?

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